monterey: The Peacefulness of Cumberland Living - 07/05/10 07:30 AM
The Peacefulness of Cumberland Living
Cumberland Cove, Tennessee and Cumberland Lakes are two misunderstood and overlooked places in Cumberland County.  These areas are located right between Crossville and Monterey right on the Cumberland Plateau. 
Cumberland Cove and Cumberland Lakes offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere for all residents.  This is a perfect place for a getaway home that any buyer would look for.  Not only are these places tranquil but the homes are spread out and privacy is not an issue.
Brew yourself a nice cup of coffee and sit on the front porch and listen to nature all around.  Read a book or two, work in … (0 comments)

monterey: The History of the Standing Stone - 06/07/10 02:47 AM
The History of the Standing Stone
The Origin of Standing Stone began back when the Native Americans were present in the area.  There are rumors of which tribes inhabited the area-Cherokee,  Chicksaw, Choctaw, Creek, Shawnee, and Lakota-but the story of the Standing Stone is nothing shy of a rumor as well.  With the many tribes present, there will be different legends along with many translations.  One thing is for sure; the Standing Stone was a sacred place for many and it served as a sanctuary for many tribal benefits.
According to an old Cherokee legend, the Standing Stone represented a sitting … (0 comments)

monterey: The History of the Cherokee People - 06/05/10 05:35 AM
The History of the Cherokee People
Monterey, Tennessee is an important place for Cherokee culture in the Tennessee valley.  It was estimated that the primary settling place for the Cherokees was in the southern Appalachian area and they specifically lived throughout the Cumberland Valley of Tennessee. In 1674, the population of the Cherokee tribe was estimated around 50,000 people. 
The Cherokee were originally called the Aniyunwiya tribe but later changed their name to the Cherokee's, which means "people of a different speech".  They lived in tribes of about 45 homes and a grand meeting place.  This is where most of the town meetings … (1 comments)

monterey: "Cumberland Cove"----The choice for Retirees,Second Homeowners and Weekend Warriors - 11/04/09 02:11 AM
Cumberland Cove-The choice for Retirees, Second Homeowners and Weekend Warriors
Have you dreamed of owning a second home in the mountains? How about finding the perfect place for your retirement-with low cost of living and a relaxed lifestyle. Looking for a weekend get-a-way where nature takes all the stress away leaving you ready to enjoy the outdoors or even some quiet time?
Cumberland Cove, in Monterey Tennessee, is your answer to all the above. A unique subdivision halfway between Cookeville and Crossville Tennessee, of 12,000 acres with 1700 beautiful home sites. There are a little over 450 homes in this subdivision built at this time … (0 comments)

monterey: Crossville Tennessee/Monterey Tennessee-What to Do When you Retire Here! - 09/12/08 01:01 PM
When we retire ,
 the first question everyone will ask is "What are you going to do to keep yourself busy"?
In Crossville ,Tennesse and Monterey, Tennessee the choices are endless, It is about time for Hunting here in beautiful Tennessee. Check out this website: www.tnwildlife.org  if hunting and the great outdoors interests you.
If Museums are your interest then consider the following:
Cookeville History Museum, Homesteads Tower Museum(www.cumberlandhomesteads.org), Pioneer Hall Museum, Cookeville Depot Museum,.
For music and drama visit:Bryan Symphony Orchestra in Cookeville, The Cookeville Drama Center, Cumberland County Playhouse( www.ccplayhouse.com) Palace Theatre.
For outdoors ativities, there are numerous parks:
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